Cuba Libre Restaurant & Bar

3.8 (146)

£26 to £40

Latin American

19 - 31 Regent St, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB2 1AB

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Great for live music

Experience the freshest seafood dishes, prepared in authentic Latin style, directly from the sea to your plate, right here in the heart of Cambridge.

Established in 2022, Cuba Libre quickly rose to prominence as a beloved restaurant and bar in the heart of Regent Street. It stands out as one of the city's pioneer Latin American dining destinations, drawing inspiration from the rich tapestry of Latin American cuisine.

Guests looking to entertain in a more intimate setting are able to hire our private dining space. With ﬂexibility to seat between 6 – 22 guests, our dining room provides the perfect setting for business lunches, birthday celebrations and everything in between.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Latin American, Peruvian, Mexican
Hours of Operation
Daily 12:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
01223 300150
Website
http://www.cubalibrerestaurant.co.uk/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Sodexo Card, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Richard Latacca
Catering
🍽️ Customized menus to suit your event 🍸 Fully stocked private bar 🎶 Sound system for music or live entertainment 👨‍🍳 Dedicated staff for personalized service
Private party facilities
Cuba Libre Restaurant and Bar Cambridge offers private event spaces ideal for birthdays, corporate gatherings, or any special celebration!

Location
19 - 31 Regent St, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB2 1AB
Area
Cambridge
Cross street
Hills Road, Cambridge.
Parking Details
Street Parking
Public transport
Nearest bus stop is outside our restaurant and Cambridge train station is 10 minute walk.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Cuba Libre Restaurant & Bar.

3.8

(146)

3.8Food
3.9Service
4.0Ambience
3.5Value

Noise • Energetic

147 Reviews

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Chris
Warwickshire2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went on a quiet eveneing between Xmas and New Year so I don't think it was a typical evening to give a fair review. Food was good and the sole waitress was excellent. Reasonably priced as well.
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Lisa
Toronto / Ontario8 reviews
1.0
Dined on 25 December 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
I arrived and it was truely awful. The staff did not seem to be wanting to work. The cleanliness was not ideal amd generally it was a bar not a restaurant I actually left on christmas day and went for a fantastic Chinese cafe that was open. This venue would be a great party bar but restaurant I was very disappointed.
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ANNA
Cambridge/Cambridgeshire1 review
1.0
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The rastaurant was closed when we arrived there. We were a bigger group, so not easy to find alternative last minute. Any business that takes themselves seriously, should find a way to inform their customers of any changes to their booking, or prevent for bookings to be made at first place. Their Google business profile also didn't indicate that the restaurant is closed on that day. Very disappointing.
Cuba Libre Restaurant & BarResponded on 30 November 2024
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We sincerely regret that your experience at Cuba Libre fell short of expectations. Please accept our apologies for the unexpected closure and the lack of communication regarding your booking. We understand how disappointing this must have been for your group. Under new management, we’re taking steps to prevent such issues, including updating our booking systems and online profiles to reflect any changes accurately. To make amends, we’d love to invite you back with 20% off your next bill. We’ve launched an exciting winter menu and revamped our dining experience, and we’re confident you’ll notice the improvements. We value your patronage and hope to welcome you back soon. Warm regards, The Cuba Libre Team
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Mark
London1 review
1.0
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The restaurant was closed, seem to no longer be operating as a restaurant.
Cuba Libre Restaurant & BarResponded on 30 November 2024
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We sincerely regret that your experience at Cuba Libre fell short of expectations. Please accept our apologies for the unexpected closure and the lack of communication regarding your booking. We understand how disappointing this must have been. Under new management, we are taking steps to prevent such issues, including updating our booking systems and online profiles to ensure accurate information. To make amends, we’d love to invite you back with 20% off your next bill. We’ve recently launched an exciting winter menu and revamped our dining experience, and we’re confident you’ll notice the improvements. We value your patronage and hope to welcome you back soon. Warm regards, The Cuba Libre Team
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Paulina
London1 review
3.0
Dined on 19 October 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Unfortunately it was not a very good experience. The main waiter was unfriendly, the place needs a bit of TLC, the music sound is not good as its only a small speaker in the center of the restaurant. The cocktails were really good, but the ceviche could be refined and the empanadas dough thinner.
Cuba Libre Restaurant & BarResponded on 30 November 2024
Please accept our apologies for the disappointment with your meal and the service. Delivering flavorful dishes and exceptional service is our priority, and we are sorry we fell short. Under new management, we are addressing these concerns with a revamped menu featuring fresh ingredients and bold Latin flavors. Our team is also undergoing training to provide attentive, informed service for every guest. We value feedback like yours, as it helps us improve. To make amends, we’d love to invite you back with 20% off your next bill. Our new winter menu includes exciting dishes and refined favorites, and we’re confident it will exceed expectations. We hope to welcome you back soon for the warm, high-quality experience you deserve. Warm regards, The Cuba Libre Team
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jenson
London2 reviews
2.0
Dined on 19 October 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
So disappointed, on arrival it was cold in the restaurant so did not want to take coat off. Service was a little slow to have initial drinks ordered, asked for olives as a starter they come out with the mains, however not all the mains came together, the taco's were lukewarm, brought this to the attention of the service staff and they were put in the microwave!!!!!!! Bread taco's in the microwave??? Not a good idea, this turned the food rubbery and they done this with the chicken dish for our two year old, chicken if reheated should be piping hot! When advising the service staff that the meal is inedible they seemed perplexed. The chips were hard and salty but the rib eye my son had was very nice. Will not be going back.
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Tina
Cambridge/Cambridgeshire1 review
1.0
Dined on 19 October 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Dirty, food was too salty and small portion for the prices, service was pretty much non-existent
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Tim
Norfolk/Suffolk1 review
3.0
Dined on 8 September 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
It was very disappointing I had mussels to start with which were very small and tough over cooked. followed by chicken where the accompanying sauce was harsh. It was all a bit plain and lacked seasoning. There were three of us and for what we had it was very expensive. The young lady who served us was very good it’s a shame as we’d traveled one hour to Cambridge and this restaurant need to get its act sorted our quickly. On what we had and paid I can’t recommend going here.
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Paul
Cambridge/Cambridgeshire1 review
1.0
Dined on 31 August 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Missing multiple items off the menu, and was not informed of this until we had ordered drinks, service was terrible, for a first time visit to this restaurant I will no be returning.
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Linda
Birmingham/West Midlands (county)3 reviews
4.0
Dined on 24 August 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The cocktails were superb. The food was very good and the staff were friendly and efficient. We were disappointed that there wasn't live music, as that was the motivation for booking. I will check before booking another time.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Latin American, Peruvian, Mexican
Hours of Operation
Daily 12:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
01223 300150
Website
http://www.cubalibrerestaurant.co.uk/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Sodexo Card, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Richard Latacca
Catering
🍽️ Customized menus to suit your event 🍸 Fully stocked private bar 🎶 Sound system for music or live entertainment 👨‍🍳 Dedicated staff for personalized service
Private party facilities
Cuba Libre Restaurant and Bar Cambridge offers private event spaces ideal for birthdays, corporate gatherings, or any special celebration!

Location
19 - 31 Regent St, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB2 1AB
Area
Cambridge
Cross street
Hills Road, Cambridge.
Parking Details
Street Parking
Public transport
Nearest bus stop is outside our restaurant and Cambridge train station is 10 minute walk.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.